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Monriel Harbison, LCMHC
North Carolina
Licensed counselor - Anxiety and depression
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT and mindfulness
- Sleep and stress skills
About Monriel
Monriel Harbison is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina with four years of experience as a licensed therapist. She focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and related concerns such as sleep problems, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She also lists addictions, ADHD, relationship strain, career worries, compassion fatigue, and women’s issues among her areas of focus.
Her work is practical and structured. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. Sessions typically involve noticing unhelpful thoughts, testing different responses, and practicing new behaviors between meetings.
Monriel emphasizes skills for managing strong emotions and reducing overwhelming reactions. She helps people develop clearer communication habits and better sleep routines. Motivational interviewing is used at times to support change around addictive behaviors and goals.
She brings four years of licensed clinical experience to sessions and prior work in the mental health field. That background informs how she introduces coping tools and pacing for skill-building. Monriel aims to help people gain more control over daily reactions and stressors.
People who choose her often want concrete techniques and short-term strategies they can use right away. She asks about current difficulties, sets specific goals, and practices skills during sessions. To begin, readers should confirm session options before booking and follow the listed process to schedule a first appointment.
How her CBT and DBT methods translate to online work
Monriel uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break down thoughts, feelings, and actions into manageable steps. CBT sessions focus on identifying patterns, testing new behaviors, and practicing small changes that reduce anxiety and improve mood.She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy strategies to teach emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills. DBT techniques are practical for handling intense reactions and improving day-to-day coping. Mindfulness therapy is used alongside these approaches to increase moment-to-moment awareness and reduce rumination.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Monriel will work with each person to choose which techniques fit their needs and goals. That choice is collaborative, based on current difficulties, personal preferences, and what feels manageable in sessions.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, avoid travel time, and keep check-ins brief when needed. The practical focus is on learning and practicing skills that fit into everyday life rather than lengthy explanation.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, depression, sleep problems, self-esteem, addictions, ADHD, relationship strain, career issues, and compassion fatigue.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test alternative responses. Sessions include practicing new behaviors and homework between meetings.
What experience does she bring?
She has four years of experience as a licensed therapist and additional prior work in the mental health field that informs her clinical style.
What credential and region does she have?
She is an NC LCMHC licensed in North Carolina.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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